AGENDA Wytheville Town Council April11, 2016 7:00p.m

AGENDA
Wytheville Town Council
April11, 2016
7:00p.m.
Wytheville Municipal Building
150 East Monroe Street
Wytheville, Virginia 24382
A.
INVOCATION- VICE-MAYOR JACQUELINE K. KING
B.
CALL TO ORDER-MAYOR TRENTON G. CREWE, JR.
C.
ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM-MAYOR TRENTON G. CREWE, JR.
D.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE-COUNCILMAN WILLIAM B. WEISIGER
E.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 28, 2016
2.
Request of the Virginia Cooperative Extension for waiver of fees for use of
Withers Park on Saturday, April 30, 2016, for a 4-H sponsored SK Run
activity
F.
CITIZENS' PERIOD
G.
OLD BUSINESS-TOWN MANAGER C. WAYNE SUTHERLAND, JR.
H.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
1.
2.
I.
Budget and Finance
a.
Wythe Arts Council requests
Chautauqua Festival in the Park
b.
Community shredding event
associated
with the Annual
Public Works
a.
Final reading of Homestay Establishment Ordinance
b.
Review of mowing regulations
ORDINANCES/RESOLUTIONS
1.
Ordinance No. 1306, an ordinance amending and reenacting Ordinance
No. 640, generally known as the Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article Ill
- Definitions to add Section 3-42.2 Homestay Establishment or
Airbnb, and to amend the following Articles to add the use of Homestay
Establishment or Airbnb: Article V-Agricultural District A-1; Article VI-
Residential District R-1; Article VI-A-Residential District R-1A; Article VIM-Residential District R-1 M; Article VII-Residential District R-2; Article
VIII-Residential District R-3; Article VIll-A-Residential District R-3MH;
Article X-Business District B-1; Article XI-Business District B-2 (General);
Article XI-A-Business District B-2DT General Business DistrictDowntown, on third and final reading
J.
APPOINTMENTS
1.
K.
OTHER BUSINESS
1.
L.
Appointment or reappointment of members to the Tree Advisory
Committee to fill the expiring terms of Mr. David Richert and Mr. Wythe
Morris (terms expire May 14, 2016)
Issuance of a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for 276
Express, LLC, for the operation of taxicabs for 2016
ADJOURNMENT
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WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
AGENDA INFORMATION
Meeting Date:
Monday,Apnl11,2016
Item Name:
Consent Agenda
Item Number:
E-2
Subject:
Virginia Cooperative Extension Waiver of Fees
Request
SUMMARY:
Enclosed is the request of the Virginia Cooperative Extension for waiver of fees for use
of Withers Park on Saturday, April 30, 2016, for a 4-H sponsored 5K Run activity. The
Virginia Cooperative Extension meets the requirements for waiver of fees. Recreation
Director Showalter has reviewed and approved the request.
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Town of Wytheville
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Town of Wytheville Parks & Recreation, hereby grants Virginia Cooperative Extension I VA Tech (hereinafter called the
"Licensee") represented by Kelsey Grimes, permission to use the Facilities as outlined, subject to the Terms and
Conditions of this Agreement contained herein and attached hereto all of which form part of this Agreement.
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FACILITY RENTAL POLICIES
Deposit: A deposit is required for each room reservation payable when making the reservation
(see Center Rate Schedule). The deposit is refunded if the group has fulfilled the contract terms,
the group cleans up adequately, vandalism and damages have not occurred and group has stayed
within rental hours. Any overage in rental hours will be withheld from the security deposit. If the
security deposit does not cover overage, addition will need to be paid upon leaving. Behavior
problems of any nature will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
Re11tal Fee: Rental fees are to be paid in full three weeks prior to event date or the rental is
subject to be cancelled.
Refund ofDeposit: Deposit refunds will be issued in the fonn of a check and will be made out to
and mailed to the person whose name the reservation is in within 30 days of rental date.
Cancellations: If a reserver notifies staff of cancellation at least three (3) weeks prior to the
reservation, rental use fees will be refunded in full. If a cancellation is made less than three
weeks of the scheduled reservation, a $25 cancellation fee will be deducted from the fees paid.
If a reservation is canceled or altered within one week, rental fees will not be refunded.
C/aristn•as and New Year's Parties: Reservations for the Community Center during the months
of December and January are in much demand due to the holiday season. Therefore the
following cancellation policies will be enforced for any activity scheduled in December or
January:
More than two months; $75 cancellation fee: Two months or less; $150 cancellation fee: Less
than one month; no refund for facility usc.
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SETUP
Plans for decorating, setting up or using any equipment must be scheduled when reserving and is
included in rental use hours. All groups requiring the use of tables and/or chairs shall make
arrangements on layout when making reservation. Community Center Staff will set up tables and
chairs according to layout. Groups needing any audio/visual equipment must make arrangements
upon reservation and must bring in any personal equipment for testing at least two weeks in
advance. Under no circumstances are groups holding a pennit to remove chairs, tables or other
equipment from the Community Center. No decorations may be hung or attached to the ceiling,
walls or windows. Table decorations arc allowed.
CLEAN UP
Any group using a facility operated by the Town of Wytheville Department of Parks and
Recreation agrees to leave the facility as it was found. Clean up by user group includes but
is not limited to cleaning up of an decorations, food, and trash; cleaning tables; sweep and
mop if needed. Supplies, including additional trash bags, for clean up are supplied and are in
closet. Clean up must be perfonned immediately after the activity concludes and is included in
rental use hours. Failure to clean areas shall result in forfeiture of all or part of the deposit and/or
assessed additional costs for cleanup operations if deemed necessary.
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Everyone must enter and exit through the front entrance. Room doors to the outside are for
emergency exit only and will alarm.
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Entering: A representative from the group !!!!!!! report to the front desk of the buDding
upon entering the facility before area is unlocked. The supervisor will record the time group
enters, review contract infonnation and general operating policies if needed.
Departure: A representative from the group must report to the front desk of the buDding
upon departing the facility. The attendant and the representative review conditions of areas
utilized prior to departure. Any area not cleaned or damaged is to be noted on the reservation
fonn. The representative is required to sign acknowledging the damages. Failure to sign this
fonn will result in forfeiture of the deposit in full. Additional fees maybe charged to the
individual or group for damages or additional staff needed to clean area.
DAMAGES TO FACILITY OR EQUIPMENT/DISRUPTIONS
Damages: Any reserver that causes physical damage to the faciiity or to any equipment shall
forfeit the deposit and/or be assessed additional costs for repairs (if deposit is not sufficient).
The reserver, agency or organization may also forfeit the privilege of future use of the building.
Disruptions: Any reserver or other person involved in a disruption at a facility operated by the
Town of Wytheville Department of Parks and Recreation will be suspended according to the
rules and regulations pertaining to disciplinary actions. In addition, any disruption occurring
during a scheduled reservation will result in forfeiture of the deposit.
LIABILITY
Individuals, groups, agencies, or organizations contracting to use the Center or any facility shall
assume the responsibility for all persons Bnd area of use.
Neither the Town of Wytheville, nor any of its operating agencies, shall be liable to any
organization, agency or individual using the facility nor to any other person, firm or corporation
for any loss or damage suffered during the use of said premise or on account of any defective
condition or deprecjation of the portion of the premises used of any building, structure or
equipment upon the premises and entity using said facility assumes all risks to persons or
property due to latent or patent defects in the premises and fixtures thereon and the entity using
the facility expressly agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Town of Wytheville and all of
its operating agencies from any and all claims resulting from the use of the same.
&y individual, agency, or group hosting a conununity activity or fund-raising activity must
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WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
Meeting Date:
Monday,April11 , 201 6
Item Name:
Committee Reports
Item Number:
H-1
Subject:
Budget and Finance
AGENDA INFORMATION
SUMMARY:
The Budget and Finance Committee will report on the following matters:
a.
Wythe Arts Council requests associated with the Annual Chautauqua Festival in
the Park
b.
Community shredding event
BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
APRI~
1.
11,2016
We have received a letter from the Wythe Arts Council, Ltd., seeking action by the
Town on a number of matters relating to the annual Chautauqua Festival. A copy
of the letter from the Wythe Arts Council is enclosed. They are completing the
necessary paperwork for the Request for Waiver of Fees through the Community
Center. This year, the opening parade will be held on June 18, and the final day of
the Festival will be held on Saturday, June 25. Again, this year, the Arts Council
has requested that certain fees for the use of the Park and the Fourth Street Civic
Center be waived, as well as certain business license fees.
We have reviewed the requests made by the Arts Council and find them to be,
essentially, the same requests that have been made for many years. We do not
anticipate a problem with any of these items. We would note that the Town has
again, this year, applied for grant funds on the Arts Council's behalf. As such, for
all of the areas where fees are being requested to be waived, the Arts Council will
need to pay these fees (up to $5,000) and then be reimbursed by the Town,
provided they receive the grant funds.
We applaud the Wythe
continued efforts in bringing quality
entertainment to our citize s. It is the recommendation of the Budget and
Finance Committee that th
Council approve the requests of the Wythe Arts
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Council, with the stipulations noted earlier and contingent on the receipt of the
Request for Waiver of Fees application.
2.
We wanted to take this opportunity to make everyone aware of the upcoming
community shredding event. The Town has provided this service on four previous
occasions. The fifth shredding event will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2016,
between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The document destruction
services will be provided by Shred-it. Due to the volume of documents that was
received previously, we will, again, impose the standard that no one can bring
anything in excess of what would be held by a 55 gallon container. The event is
limited to town residents only, and businesses are not allowed to participate.
Similar to prior events, the shredding event will be held in the Municipal Building
parking lot.
William B. Weisiger
Jacqueline K. King
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Wythe Arts Council, Ltd.
Sponsor of Chautauqua Festival-in-the-Park
March 22,2016
Mr. C. Wayne Sutherland, Town Manager
Town of Wytheville
P. 0. Drawer 553
Wytheville, VA 24382
Dear Wayne:
The Wythe Arts Council, Ltd., and related committees, requests the following
consideration regarding the Chautauqua Festival in the Park to be held June 18th- 25th,
2016. (The Chautauqua Parade and opening ceremonies are planned for June 18th):
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The Town of Wytheville to furnish water and electricity for the festival in
accordance with previously established guidelines. The Council will work
cooperatively with the Public Works Department to ensure that requirements are
met.
The Town electrician be available on Friday, June 17th for a period of
approximately 4 hours, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. to facilitate the hook-up of food
vendors and sound system for the Festival. As in the past, scaffolding and a
bucket truck will be required on-site to complete the sound system set-up and
removal. The Council will be responsible for providing assistance with
unloading. ·
Chautauqua Festival, June 18-25, be given adequate allowance for set-up time and
clean-up prior to and following the Festival.
The Council requests that a waiver of fees (or other consideration) be granted for
planned activities as follows:
o The areas requested for the Festival are: Elizabeth Brown Park, the
Community Center and parking areas, and Withers Park for specific
children's activities and Car Show.
o A permit is requested to conduct a 50/50 Raftle as a fund-raising activity
for the Festival. The tickets will be sold all week and a drawing will be
held on Saturday, June 25th. The proceeds will be divided equally
between the winning ticket holder and the Wythe Arts Council.
o A waiver of business license fees for vendors in accordance with previous
guidelines is also requested.
P.O. Box 911 · Wytheville, VA 24382 · 276-228-6855
www.wythevillefestival.org
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A permit is requested to conduct a parade on June 18th, with the line-up to begin
at 9 a.m., the parade to start at 10 a.m., using the normal route from previous
parades, beginning from South 12th Street along Main Street, and ending in the
Municipal Building parking lot.
It is requested that a route be designated for the 5-K run on Saturday, June 25th
and be blocked from flow thru traffic during the race. Registration will begin at
7:45a.m., with the start of the race at 9 a.m.
Use ofWithers Park is requested for the Car Show, Saturday, June 25th.
Traffic control assistance is requested if needed for the Hot Air Balloon Rally on
Saturday, June 18 and Sunday, June 19.
Coordination with the Town Police Department and the Wytheville Fire
Department is requested regarding security for the eight (8) days of the Festival.
Your consideration of these requests is appreciated. The continued support of Town
Council and the employees of the Town of Wytheville is crucial to the success of the
Chautauqua Festival. We look forward to working together again to bring the excitement
of the Festival to Wytheville and the citizens of Wythe County.
Please let me know of a time when a festival coordination meeting would be convenient
for you and the various town staff members.
W/1::#
Sid Crockett, Chairman
Wythe Arts Council, Ltd.
(276)228-4050 (H) (276)613-5781(C)
crockettsnCa>,hotmail.com
cc:
Rick Arnold
Ikey Davidson
P.O. Box 911 · Wytheville, VA 24382 • 276-228-6855
www.wythevillefesli.val.org
WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
Meeting Date:
Monday,April11,2016
Item Name:
Committee Reports
Item Number:
Subject:
AGENDA INFORMATION
: H-2
Public Works
SUMMARY:
The Public Works Committee will report on the following matters:
a.
Final reading of Homestay Establishment Ordinance
b.
Review of mowing regulations
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PUBUC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
APRIL 11, 2016
1.
Over the past two Council meetings, we have reviewed a proposed ordinance that
would impose certain regulations on Homestay Establishments, also known as
Airbnbs. The study of this topic began in January 2016 when the Planning
Commission noted that it may be worthwhile to consider regulations regarding
Homestay Establishments. During this most recent session of the General
Assembly, Homestay Establishments throughout the State made an aggressive
push in the General Assembly to have Virginia become the first State in the nation
to remove all local zoning and taxation authority to regulate short term stays. Under
the State's definition of a short term stay, it would be less than 30 days in a
residential dwelling. The Bill that was ultimately adopted by the Virginia General
Assembly merely developed a mechanism for collecting the appropriate taxes from
the Homestay Establishment, but excluded local jurisdictions from imposing any
additional regulation. During this next year, committees of the General Assembly will
reevaluate the current situation and determine if there is any need to make
amendments during their 2017 session. Our intent in proposing the ordinance was
to make sure that we protected the Town, its neighborhoods and visitors using
these Homestay Establishments. However, it is clear that even if we were to
implement these policies, it is likely that they would be rescinded by State law.
Having said that, we do not believe that there is any purpose in continuing our
review of these proposed regulations. It would be the recommendation of the Public
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Works Committee that when the ordinance considering these proposed regulations
is considered later in the meeting that it be defeated on the third and final reading.
This would mean that there would be no regulations imposed on Homestay
Establishments. Obviously, if there is a change to State law during the next session,
we could reconsider the matter at that time.
2.
Last year, the Town amended its regulations with regard to mowing. Generally
speaking, the new mowing regulations require that properties be mowed three times
per year- -once before May 15, once before July 15 and once before August 15.
The regulations provide that when grass, weeds/vegetation and other foreign growth
reach a maximum of 12 inches in height, the property owner shall mow the property.
We wanted to remind everyone about these new mowing regulations. In slightly
more than one month, the first cutting is required.ln any event, if the property is not
mowed, the Town will give notice regarding the failure to remove the weeds as
required and collect from the property owner the charges needed to perform the
mowing. We would urge any property owners who have questions to contact
Director of Public Works Tommy Seagle at the Municipal Office Building.
Thomas F. Hundley
H. Judson Lambert
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WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
AGENDA INFORMATION
Meeting Date:
Monday, April 11, 2016
Item Name:
Ordinances/Resolutions
Item Number:
1-1
Subject:
Ordinance No. 1306 - Homestay Establishment or
Airbnb
SUMMARY:
Please find enclosed Ordinance No. 1306, an ordinance amending and reenacting
Ordinance No. 640, generally known as the Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article Ill Definitions to add Section 3-42.2 Homestay Establishment or Airbnb; and by amending
the following Articles to add the use of Homestay Establishment or Airbnb: Article VAgricultural District A-1; Article VI-Residential District R-1; Article VI-A-Residential
District R-1A; Article VI-M-Residential District R-1 M; Article VII-Residential District R-2;
Article VIII-Residential District R-3; Article VIll- A-Residential District R-3MH; Article XBusiness District B-1; Article Xi-Business District B-2 (General); Article Xi-A-Business
District B-2DT General Business District-Downtown. The ordinance is before the
Council on third and final reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 1306
At a regular meeting of the Town Council of the Town of Wytheville. Virginia. held
in the Council Chambers on the 14th day of March, 2016, at 7:00p.m.
Present:
Absent:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND REENACTING ORDINANCE NO. 640,
GENERALLV KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE BY AMENDING ARTICLE Ill·
DEFINITIONS TO ADD SECTION 3-42.2 HOMESTAV ESTABLISHMENTS OR
AIRBNB, AND TO ADD THE USE OF HOMESTAV ESTABLISHMENT OR AIRBNB
TO ARTICLE V-AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT A-1; ARTICLE VI· RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT R-1; ARTICLE VI-A RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R·1A; ARTICLE VI-M
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-1 M; ARTICLE VII-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-2;
ARTICLE VIII-RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-3; ARTICLE VIll-A-RESIDENTIAL
DISTRICT R·3MH; ARTICLE X-BUSINESS DISTRICT 8·1; ARTICLE XIBUSINESS DISTRICT B·2 (GENERAL); AND ARTICLE XI-A BUSINESS
DISTRICT B·2DT GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT-DOWNTOWN
BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of the Town of Wytheville. Virginia, that
Ordinance No. 640, generally known as the Zoning Ordinance be amended and
reenacted by amending Article Ill-Definitions to add Section 3-42.2 Homestay
Establishment or Airbnb and to add the use of Homestay Establishment or Airbnb to
Article V-Agricultural District A-1; Article VI-Residential District R-1 ; Article VI-AResidential District R-1A; Article VI-M-Residential District R-1 M; Article VII-Residential
District R-2; Article VIII-Residential District R-3; Article VIll-A-Residential District R3MH; Article X-Business District B-1 ; Article Xi-Business District B-2 (General); and,
Article Xi -A-Business District B-2DT General Business District-Downtown as follows:
ARTICLE Ill • DEFINITIONS
HOMESTAY ESTABLISHMENT OR AIRBNB: A single family residential
building or townhouse. which serves as a private home, that is provided
on a daily basis to non-family members for compensation and normally for
no more than seven (7) consecutive days/nights. The advertisements and
arrangements or reservations for these operations are made over the
internet through sites such as "Airbnb." The following regulations shall
apply to a Homestay Establishment or Airbnb:
1.
No more than two rooms per building shall be offered for overnight
stay, and each room shall accommodate no more than two adults.
2.
Rooms shall be a minimum of 120 square feet and shall have
reasonable access to full bath facilities that shall meet residential
code standards.
3.
One off-street parking space (9' x 18') shall be provided for each
room offered for rent in addition to other parking requirements.
4.
A Homestay permit shall be obtained from the Town.
5.
As a part of the Homestay permit process, the Town's Building
Official shall verify that the residence meets residential building
code standards, including egress, has working smoke and carbon
monoxide detectors and has appropriate and code-conforming
heat, light and ventilation.
6.
Homestays shall keep a detailed record of their rentals and shall
pay lodging taxes to the Town.
7.
No signs for the Homestay shall be permitted.
8.
The Homestay owner shall be responsible for complying with the
Town's noise ordinance and shall enforce the ordinance standards.
9.
No obvious exterior changes to the residential building shall be
made as a result of the Homestay operation.
ARTICLE V- AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT A-1
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Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VI· RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-1
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Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VI·A ·RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-1A
6-1.1 OA Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VI-M· RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-1M
6-2.1 OM Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VII - RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-2
7-1 .15
Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VIII - RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-3
8-1 .17
Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE VIll-A - RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT R-3MH
8-1.17A Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE X- BUSINESS DISTRICT B-1
10-1.35 Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE XI - BUSINESS DISTRICT B-2 (GENERAL)
11-1 .49 Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
ARTICLE XI-A - BUSINESS DISTRICT B-2DT GENERAL
BUSINESS DISTRICT- DOWNTOWN
11-2.36A Homestay Establishment or Airbnb
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WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
Meeting Date:
Monday, April 11, 2016
Item Name:
Appointments
Item Number:
J-1
Subject:
Tree Advisory Committee
AGENDA INFORMATION
SUMMARY:
The terms of Mr. David Richert and Mr. Wythe Morris expire on the Tree Advisory
Committee on May 14, 2016. Mr. Richert and Mr. Morris are eligible for reappointment,
and they both have indicated a willingness to serve again, if reappointed. These
appointments would be for four year terms, which expire May 14, 2020.
WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
AGENDA INFORMATION
Meeting Date:
Monday,April11,2016
Item Name:
Other Business
Item Number:
K-1
Subject:
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity 276 Express, LLC
SUMMARY:
Please find enclosed the request of 276 Express, LLC for the issuance of a Certificate
of Public Convenience and Necessity for the operation of taxicabs for calendar year
2016. Two matters to be reviewed by the Council in the course of issuing the certificate
include an evaluation of the vehicles and evidence of the appropriate liability insurance.
Enclosed is the evaluation from the Police Department noting the vehicle is acceptable
for use by the company. Also, enclosed is the certificate of insurance.
G:\COUNCIL\Agenda lnfo\2016\Agenda lnfonnatlon041116.doc
. PERMIT TO OPERATE TAXICABS
IN THE
TOWN OF WYTHEVILLE, VIRGINIA
Date April 11. 2016
TO: Clavton W. Bush/ Coleman Throckmorton
OPERATING AS
276 Express. LLC
The Town Council has authorized operation by you of the following listed taxicabs
as applied for during 2016.
2006
Chrysler
Sedan
Black
This permit is issued in accordance with the provisions of the Town Code and may be
revoked for cause.
C. Wayne Sutherland, Jr., Town Manager
Authorization must be secured from the Town Manager to substitute any vehicle for
one listed above.
This is not your Business License to operate public vehicles.
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DATE: March 8. 2016
APPLICATION HAS BEEN MADE BY THE FOLLOWING OWNER TO OPERATE
PUBLIC VEHICLES AS INDICATED IN THE TOWN OF WYTHEVILLE
DURING THE YEAR 2016
Operating Under the
Name of
276 Express, LLC
Name of Owner
No. of Each
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Coleman Throckmorton
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE WYTHEVILLE TOWN COUNCIL
HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ON MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2016, AT 7:00 P.M.
Members present:
Trenton G. Crewe, Jr., Jacqueline K. King, William B. Weisiger, H. Judson
Lambert, Thomas F. Hundley
Others present:
Town Manager C. Wayne Sutherland, Jr., Assistant Town Manager
Stephen A. Moore, Town Clerk Sharon G. Corvin, Becky Grubb, Pat
Snapp, Joseph Hand, Jr., Leslie Harwood, Danny Gordon with WYVEAM/WXBX-FM/WLOY-AM, Police Officer Joel Crigger
RE: CALL TO ORDER, QUORUM, PLEDGE
Mayor Crewe called the meeting to order and established that a quorum of Council members
was present. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Hundley.
RE: CONSENT AGENDA
Mayor Crewe presented the consent agenda consisting of (a) the minutes of the regular meeting
of March 14, 2016; (b) the request of the Spiller Elementary School PTA Board to conduct a 5K
Run on Friday, May 6, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.; (c) the request of the Fort Chiswell High School After
Prom for a Special Exception Facility Use Permit for their After-Prom Party Celebration to be
held at the Recreation Center on May 7 and 8, 2016; (d) and, the request of the American
Cancer Society Relay for Life Teams for issuance of a raffle permit for 2016. He inquired of the
Council if there is a motion to approve the consent agenda as presented or to consider the
items separately. A motion was made by Vice-Mayor King and seconded by Councilman
Weisiger to approve the consent agenda consisting of (a) the minutes of the regular meeting of
March 14, 2016; (b) the request of the Spiller Elementary School PTA Board to conduct a 5K
Run on Friday, May 6, 2016, at 7:00 p.m.; (c) the request of the Fort Chiswell High School After
Prom for a Special Exception Facility Use Permit for their After-Prom Party Celebration to be
held at the Recreation Center on May 7 and 8, 2016; (d) and, the request of the American
Cancer Society Relay for Life Teams for issuance of a raffle permit for 2016, as presented.
Mayor Crewe inquired if there is any discussion on the motion to approve the consent agenda,
as presented. There being none, the motion was approved with the following voting in favor and
there being no opposition: For: Trenton G. Crewe, Jr., Jacqueline K. King, William B. Weisiger,
H. Judson Lambert, Thomas F. Hundley. Against: None.
RE: CITIZENS’ PERIOD
Mayor Crewe advised the next agenda item is Citizens’ Period. He noted that there was no one
listed on the sign in sheet who indicated that they wished to address the Council. Mayor Crewe
stated if anyone had changed their mind, the Council would be glad to hear from them at this
time. There being no one to address the Council during Citizens’ Period, Mayor Crewe
proceeded with the agenda.
RE: OLD BUSINESS
Under Old Business, Town Manager Sutherland reported the following:
1.
The Council Work Session will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016, at 7:00 a.m. Next
week’s Council Work Session will be held on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at 7:00 a.m.
2.
The deadline to purchase Town decals is Friday, April 15, 2016.
RE: BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
Councilman Weisiger, reporting for the Budget and Finance Committee, stated at the last
meeting of Council, an ordinance was considered that would place certain regulations on
Homestay Establishments, also known as Airbnbs. He explained that as a result of the
information received at that meeting, the Council has had the opportunity to give additional
consideration to the proposed ordinance. Councilman Weisiger noted that the Virginia General
Assembly addressed this topic during their past session and approved a Bill setting forth certain
regulations, but then chose to put the matter in abeyance until 2017. He remarked that the
framework that the State is proposing, primarily, develops a structure for remitting lodging taxes
from these residential rentals. Councilman Weisiger expressed that the remainder of the
legislation provides that no locality can impose standards on such establishments. He
commented that the Town’s proposed ordinance, similar to others across the Commonwealth,
establishes standards for safety, density, off street parking, providing for inspections, etc.
Councilman Weisiger stated the ordinance, as proposed, does allow for these homestay rentals
based on zoning districts compared to some communities who have completely outlawed such
activity. He noted that this question was debated at length in the past General Assembly
session when various statewide lodging organizations protested that they would be under
standards not applicable to Homestay Establishments. Councilman Weisiger explained that the
Council, also, had questions with regard to insurance coverage in these rental situations. He
commented that as it turns out, Airbnb, one of the homestay internet providers, does provide
certain insurance coverage for participants. Councilman Weisiger advised that later in the
meeting, the Council will consider the adoption of the Airbnb ordinance, and it would be the
recommendation of the Budget and Finance Committee that it be approved on second, but not
final, reading. He stated that the Committee does acknowledge that Council may, yet, want to
amend some of the language within the ordinance that could be accomplished during the
adoption of the ordinance on third reading.
Councilman Weisiger, also, reported that the Town has had several inquiries with regard to
Town cemeteries and thought it may be helpful to provide reminders to citizens that the Town
Code provides that dogs or other animals are prohibited in West End Cemetery, East End
Cemetery and the Oakwood Cemetery. He explained that there have been some circumstances
where there have been dogs allowed to run free within the cemeteries or there have been dogs
on leashes taking a walking tour merely for exercise. Councilman Weisiger noted that the
Council would remind everyone that allowing animals in the cemetery is prohibited. He
commented that the Council would also note that, while not specifically prohibited, it is often
disturbing or inconsiderate for people who are in the cemetery for the purpose of paying respect
to loved ones to have people casually strolling through on a walk. Councilman Weisiger advised
that the Council would encourage everyone to be observant and as respectful as possible to
everyone in the cemeteries. A copy of the Budget and Finance Committee report is attached
and made part of these minutes.
RE: PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
Councilman Lambert, reporting for the Public Works Committee, stated that there are a variety
of ongoing activities in the downtown area. He noted that Town forces have completed certain
interior renovations to the Farmers’ Market building (previously the Hobert N. Grubb warehouse
building). Councilman Lambert explained that Town forces are also, currently, performing
construction on the exterior of the building. He remarked that the sidewalk on Spring Street,
between Second and Fourth Streets, is being replaced to provide a better walkway for the new
facility. Councilman Lambert explained that in addition, plans for the Heritage Walk Project have
been submitted to the Virginia Department of Transportation, and the Public Works Committee
anticipates that the Town will be released to start this project in the very near future. He
remarked that a group is now proceeding with work on property owned by Mr. Joseph Hand, Jr.,
located at the corner of Main and First Streets, which will house the new Moon Dog Pizza
establishment. Councilman Lambert stated, finally, the Council hopes that within the next month
or so the Town will be able to bid all of the streetscape work in the downtown area. He
explained that this project will consist of all new curb and gutter, brick sidewalks, street lighting
and new signal lights in the downtown area. Councilman Lambert advised that the most recent
occurrence is the visitation by the Department of Housing and Community Development and the
Virginia Main Street Program to review the Town’s plans for moving the economic enhancement
of the downtown forward. He expressed that it was a very positive visit, and these organizations
were very complimentary of the positive efforts being made by the Town and Downtown
Wytheville, Incorporated. Councilman Lambert commented that the Council realizes that some
of these improvements have taken longer than anticipated, but by using State and Federal grant
funding, there are always certain regulations that slow a project. He explained that this summary
is provided for informational purposes only, and there is no action required by the Council at this
time. Mayor Crewe advised that the Council can amplify that a little by stating that, earlier in the
day, the announcement was finally made that the Town of Wytheville has been accepted into
the Virginia Main Street Program. He remarked that the visitation by the Department of Housing
and Community Development was more than just a complimentary visit. Councilman Hundley
commented that he was going to report on that later in the meeting.
Councilman Lambert reported that the Town has several applications before the Virginia
Department of Transportation for grant funding for various street projects. He stated that the
Town has its ongoing request before the Department to complete Community Boulevard from a
point near the end of Cassell Road to Lithia Road. Councilman Lambert noted that this
application seeks to complete the roadway that was constructed several years ago, of which
only one half was funded. He commented that this is the first year that the Town has submitted
a project under the new HB2 rules, and the Council thinks the Town has a very positive score,
but the Commonwealth Transportation Board has yet to establish the formula under which
projects will be awarded. Councilman Lambert expressed that, also, the Town has submitted
certain sections of streets to the Virginia Department of Transportation to be considered for
paving. He stated the Virginia Department of Transportation provides certain funding for
repaving portions of streets that they have identified to qualify. Councilman Lambert stated that
qualifying streets must be part of the Federal Highway System. He noted that the streets that
are eligible, and for which the Town has made application, are as follows: North 4th Street –
Commonwealth Drive to Interstate 81; North 4th Street – Main Street to Ridge Road; East Main
Street – Lithia Road to Cassell Road; and, West Lee Highway – 24th Street to Laural View Drive.
Councilman Lambert advised that these projects will be valued at $567,000.00, when funded.
He stated the Town anticipates that an award of the paving fund should occur within 60 days.
Councilman Lambert commented that the Committee would like to note that previously funded
improvements to East Main Street are nearing the completion of the design phase. He
explained that this project will install curb and gutter and a sidewalk along the portion of
roadway between Cassell Road and the interstate. Councilman Lambert noted that the Town
will, also, include new lighting fixtures and other enhancements. He commented that the Town
looks forward to getting this project underway. Councilman Lambert advised that all of this is for
informational purposes only, and there are no actions required by the Council at this time. A
copy of the Public Works Committee report is attached and made part of these minutes.
RE: VIRGINIA MAIN STREET PROGRAM
Mayor Crewe stated that he did not intend to speak out of turn in regard to the Virginia Main
Street Program before Councilman Hundley was able to discuss the topic first. Councilman
Hundley assured Mayor Crewe that his comments were good, but that he did have some really
great news to share. He explained that earlier in the day, Governor McAuliffe announced the
designation of four communities into the Virginia Main Street Program. Councilman Hundley
commented that the Town of Wytheville was the very first town mentioned in the announcement,
which, also, included the Cities of Danville and Lexington and Gloucester County Court House
in Gloucester County. He noted that this is big news for the Town of Wytheville. Councilman
Hundley expressed that, personally, he would like to thank all of the Council for their support
and effort over this six year process and the Downtown Wytheville, Incorporated Board
members and volunteers for putting this together. He stated that, most importantly, he wanted to
thank the Town staff for taking their time, efforts and talents to get the Town of Wytheville to the
place where it qualifies for this prestigious honor of becoming a Virginia Main Street Program.
Councilman Hundley expressed that he wanted to share the good news, and he thanked Mayor
Crewe for bringing it to everyone’s attention. Mayor Crewe apologized for addressing the
subject before Councilman Hundley had a chance. Councilman Hundley stated that it is such
good news, and he was happy to see the announcement first thing on a Monday morning.
Mayor Crewe congratulated Councilman Hundley in regard to this accomplishment. He noted
that like Councilman Hundley commented, it is a long process, but it will really open some doors
for the community, make some big differences, etc. Mayor Crewe reiterated that he would like to
congratulate Downtown Wytheville, Incorporated’s efforts. He expressed that he speaks on
behalf of the Town Council when he states that they are all glad they can play a small part in
helping with this accomplishment, but Town staff has worked really hard on the project, and the
Council really appreciates their work.
RE: APPLICATIONS TO VDOT FOR REPAVING CERTAIN STREETS
Town Manager Sutherland advised that he would note, in regard to the VDOT Projects that the
Town made application, the streets that were identified and the funding that would be available
is in addition and is not part of the Town’s normal paving schedule. He commented that, if
funded, this is free paving. Mayor Crewe expressed that this opens another door. He noted that
he hopes the Town will get the funding needed.
RE: ORDINANCE NO. 1306 – HOMESTAY ESTABLISHMENT OR AIRBNB
Mayor Crewe presented Ordinance No. 1306, an ordinance amending and reenacting
Ordinance No. 640, generally known as the Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article IIIDefinitions to add Section 3-42.2 Homestay Establishment or Airbnb, and to amend the
following Articles to add the use of Homestay Establishment or Airbnb: Article V – Agricultural
District A-1; Article VI-Residential District R-1; Article VI-A- Residential District R-1A; Article VIM- Residential District R-1M; Article VII – Residential District R-2; Article VIII –Residential
District R-3; Article VIII-A-Residential District R-3MH; Article X- Business District B-1; Article XIBusiness District B-2 (General); Article XI-A- Business District B-2DT General Business District
– Downtown, on second reading. He remarked that the recommendation from the Budget and
Finance Committee is to approve the ordinance on second, but not final, reading. Mayor Crewe
stated that he was not sure if Ms. Leslie Harwood had any comments that she would like to
make. He remarked that before Ms. Harwood arrived, Citizens’ Period was already visited on
the agenda. Mayor Crewe stated that he would be glad to hear from Ms. Harwood, if there is
something she wished to address the Council. He commented that the Council has researched
the topic more since the last meeting and may still want to revise the ordinance. Ms. Harwood
advised that she had no comments to make. A motion was made by Councilman Weisiger and
seconded by Vice-Mayor King to approve Ordinance No. 1306, an ordinance amending and
reenacting Ordinance No. 640, generally known as the Zoning Ordinance, by amending Article
III-Definitions to add Section 3-42.2 Homestay Establishment or Airbnb, and to amend the
following Articles to add the use of Homestay Establishment or Airbnb: Article V – Agricultural
District A-1; Article VI-Residential District R-1; Article VI-A- Residential District R-1A; Article VIM- Residential District R-1M; Article VII – Residential District R-2; Article VIII –Residential
District R-3; Article VIII-A-Residential District R-3MH; Article X- Business District B-1; Article XIBusiness District B-2 (General); Article XI-A- Business District B-2DT General Business District
– Downtown, on second, but not final, reading. Mayor Crewe inquired if there is any discussion
on the motion to approve the ordinance on second, but not final, reading. There being none, the
motion was approved with the following voting in favor and there being no opposition:
FOR:
Trenton G. Crewe, Jr., Jacqueline K. King, William B. Weisiger, Thomas
F. Hundley, H. Judson Lambert
AGAINST:
None
ABSTENTIONS:
None
Ordinance No. 1306 was approved on second, but not final, reading.
RE: RESOLUTION – GEORGE WYTHE HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL TEAM
Mayor Crewe advised the next agenda item is a resolution commending the George Wythe High
School Boys Basketball Team for an outstanding 2016 season. He inquired of Mr. Danny
Gordon if he would like the resolution to be read for the radio because he can certainly read it if
it helps Mr. Gordon. Mr. Gordon noted it was not necessary to read the resolution. Mayor Crewe
inquired of the Council if there is a motion concerning the resolution for the basketball team’s
success. A motion was made by Councilman Weisiger and seconded by Vice-Mayor King to
adopt a resolution recognizing the George Wythe High School Boys Basketball Team for an
outstanding 2016 season. Mayor Crewe inquired if there is any discussion on the motion to
adopt the resolution. There being none, the motion was approved with the following voting in
favor and there being no opposition: For: Trenton G. Crewe, Jr., Jacqueline K. King, William B.
Weisiger, H. Judson Lambert, Thomas F. Hundley. Against: None.
RE: RESOLUTION – GEORGE WYTHE HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TEAM
Mayor Crewe advised the next agenda item is a resolution commending the George Wythe High
School Wrestling Team for a successful 2016 season. He inquired of the Council if there is a
motion to adopt the resolution for the Wrestling Team. A motion was made by Councilman
Hundley and seconded by Councilman Lambert to adopt a resolution recognizing the George
Wythe High School Wrestling Team for a successful 2016 season. Mayor Crewe inquired if
there is any discussion on the motion to adopt the resolution to recognize the success of the
Wrestling Team including the three State Champions. There being none, the motion was
approved with the following voting in favor and there being no opposition: For: Trenton G.
Crewe, Jr., Jacqueline K. King, William B. Weisiger, H. Judson Lambert, Thomas F. Hundley.
Against: None.
RE: ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to be discussed, a motion was duly made, seconded and
carried to adjourn the meeting (7:17 p.m.).
Trenton G. Crewe, Jr., Mayor
Sharon G. Corvin, Town Clerk
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BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT
MARCH 28, 2016
1.
At our last meeting of Council, an ordinance was considered that would place
certain regulations on Homestay Establishments, also known as Airbnbs. As a
result of the information received that evening, we have had the opportunity to
give additional consideration to the proposed ordinance. The Virginia General
Assembly addressed this topic during their past session and approved a Bill
setting forth certain regulations, but then chose to put the matter in abeyance
until 2017. The framework that the State is proposing, primarily, develops a
structure for remitting lodging taxes from these residential rentals. The remainder
of the legislation provides that no locality can impose standards on such
establishments. Our proposed ordinance, similar to others across the
Commonwealth, establishes standards for safety, density, off street parking,
providing for inspections, etc. The ordinance, as proposed, does allow for these
homestay rentals based on zoning districts compared to some communities who
have completely outlawed such activity. This question was debated at length in
the
past
General
Assembly
session
when
various
statewide
lodging
organizations protested that they would be under standards not applicable to
Homestay Establishments. We, also, had questions with regard to insurance
coverage in these rental situations. As it turns out, Airbnb, one of the homestay
internet providers, does provide certain insurance coverage for participants.
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Later this evening, the Council will consider the adoption of the Airbnb ordinance,
and it would be the recommendation of the Budget and Finance Committee that it
be approved on second, but not final, reading. We do acknowledge that we may,
yet, want to amend some of the language within the ordinance that could be
accomplished during the adoption of the ordinance on third reading.
2.
We have had several inquiries with regard to Town cemeteries and thought it may
be helpful to provide reminders to citizens that the Town Code provides that dogs
or other animals are prohibited in West End Cemetery, East End Cemetery and
the Oakwood Cemetery. There have been some circumstances where there have
been dogs allowed to run free within the cemeteries or there have been dogs on
leashes taking a walking tour merely for exercise. We would remind everyone that
allowing animals in the cemetery is prohibited. We would also note that, while not
specifically prohibited, it is often disturbing or inconsiderate for people who are in
the cemetery for the purpose of paying respect to loved ones to have people
casually strolling through on a walk. We would encourage everyone to be
observant and as respectful as possible to everyone in the cemeteries.
William B. Weisiger
Jacqueline K. King
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE REPORT
MARCH 28, 2016
1.
There are a variety of ongoing activities in the downtown area. Town forces have
completed certain interior renovations to the Farmers’ Market building (previously
the Hobert N. Grubb warehouse building). Town forces are also, currently,
performing construction on the exterior of the building. The sidewalk on Spring
Street, between Second and Fourth Streets, is being replaced to provide a better
walkway for the new facility. In addition, plans for the Heritage Walk Project have
been submitted to the Virginia Department of Transportation, and we anticipate that
we will be released to start this project in the very near future. A group is now
proceeding with work on property owned by Mr. Joseph Hand, Jr., located at the
corner of Main and First Streets, which will house the new Moon Dog Pizza
establishment. Finally, we hope that within the next month or so we will be able to
bid all of the streetscape work in the downtown area. This project will consist of all
new curb and gutter, brick sidewalks, street lighting and new signal lights in the
downtown area. The most recent occurrence is the visitation by the Department of
Housing and Community Development and the Virginia Main Street Program to
review our plans for moving the economic enhancement of the downtown forward. It
was a very positive visit, and these organizations were very complimentary of the
positive efforts being made by the Town and Downtown Wytheville, Incorporated.
We realize that some of these improvements have taken longer than anticipated, but
by using State and Federal grant funding, there are always certain regulations that
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slow a project. This summary is provided for informational purposes only, and there
is no action required by the Council at this time.
2.
We have several applications before the Virginia Department of Transportation for
grant funding for various street projects. We have our ongoing request before the
Department to complete Community Boulevard from a point near the end of Cassell
Road to Lithia Road. This application seeks to complete the roadway that was
constructed several years ago, of which only one half was funded. This is the first
year that we have submitted a project under the new HB2 rules, and we think we
have a very positive score, but the Commonwealth Transportation Board has yet to
establish the formula under which projects will be awarded. Also, we have submitted
certain sections of streets to the Virginia Department of Transportation to be
considered for paving. The Virginia Department of Transportation provides certain
funding for repaving portions of streets that they have identified to qualify. Qualifying
streets must be part of the Federal Highway System. The streets that are eligible,
and for which we have made application, are as follows: North 4th Street –
Commonwealth Drive to Interstate 81; North 4th Street – Main Street to Ridge Road;
East Main Street – Lithia Road to Cassell Road; and, West Lee Highway – 24th
Street to Laural View Drive. These projects will be valued at $567,000.00, when
funded. We anticipate that an award of the paving fund should occur within 60 days.
We would like to note that previously funded improvements to East Main Street are
nearing the completion of the design phase. This project will install curb and gutter
and a sidewalk along the portion of roadway between Cassell Road and the
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interstate. We will, also, include new lighting fixtures and other enhancements. We
look forward to getting this project underway. All of this is for informational purposes
only, and there are no actions required by the Council at this time.
Thomas F. Hundley
H. Judson Lambert
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